Capítulo Perfeito postponed to the end of the year

It’s official: the Cascais Capítulo Perfeito powered by Billabong won’t be going ahead – for now, at least. The event, known for only taking place when conditions are just right for perfect barrels in Carcavelos, originally had a waiting period until March 12. That window was exceptionally extended to March 31, but still, no luck.

After a very atypical winter packed with storms, what really mattered was missing: the perfect combination of swell and wind needed to deliver the kind of waves the event is built on. Unlike fixed-date competitions, here it’s the ocean that calls the shots. And this year, despite plenty of movement at sea, conditions never reached the level of excellence required by the organisers – leading to the decision to call it off.

But fans and curious onlookers shouldn’t worry, there will still be a Capítulo Perfeito this year. The waiting period has been rescheduled, and the event is now expected to take place between November 1 and December 15.

There’s also an exceptional change for surfers: the four finalists from the 2026 edition will receive a direct wildcard into the 2027 event, securing their spot in next year’s main competition in Carcavelos.

As the saying goes, better one perfect day in November than two so-so ones in March.